Musical Terms
What is a crescendo?
A keyed woodwind instrument consisting of a cylindrical tube which is stopped at one end and which has a side hole over which air is blown to produce the tone and having a range from middle C upward for three octaves.
Flute
Who created the score for Star Wars?
John Williams
What is a major scale?
A series of eight notes with a definite pattern of whole and half notes
Name the four main types of saxophone
Soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone
What interval is the first 2 notes of Hedwig's theme in Harry Potter
Perfect 4th
What does andante mean?
Moderate in tempo
Name three instruments that are single reed woodwinds
Clarinet, saxophone, and basset horn
What does a staccato mean?
To play short and detached
Name two double reed woodwinds
Oboe, bassoon, or English horn
What is a anacrusis?
A pick-up note or notes at the beginning of a piece
What is considered the most difficult woodwind instrument to play in a band, particularly for beginners.
The oboe